Friday, June 15, 2018

5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser

Maryville Golf Academy Pro, Juan Espejo, is challenged against some golfers for closest shot to the hole, part of the Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Glencoe Golf Club.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Jeff Mandel of Highland Park, talks about participating in the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Jeff Mandel of Highland Park, watches his shot as he competes against the Maryville Pro for closest to the hole, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Maryville Golf Academy Pro, Juan Espejo, watches his shot as he competes against golfers for closest shot to the hole, part of the Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Glencoe Golf Club.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Kathleen Marrin of Glencoe, watches her shot as she competes against the Maryville Pro for closest to the hole, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Tom Grooms of Glencoe, watches his shot as he competes against the Maryville Pro for closest to the hole, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)



Rainer Hakenen, 16, of Glencoe, watches his shot as he competes against the Maryville Pro for closest to the hole, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)



Pete Hakenen of Glencoe (right) shakes hands with Maryville Golf Pro, Juan Espejo (left), after him and his son played closest to the hole against the pro, part of the Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser, on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Glencoe Golf Club.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Some golfers shoot for a hole in one to win $10,000.00, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)


Rick Ofman, who grew up just down the road from the Glencoe Golf Club, shot closest to the hole at just over 13 feet, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Rick Ofman, who grew up just down the road from the Glencoe Golf Club, shot closest to the hole at just over 13 feet, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)



The top nine closest to the hole contestants shoot once more for another round of closest to the hole, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Rueben "Hurricane" Ofman, watches his shot for closest to the hole during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018, him and his nephew and teammate, Rick Ofman, won with the best score.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)









Rick Ofman from Glencoe (center), reacts after winning the closest to the hole at just over 13 feet, during the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)



Glencoe residents, Rick Ofman (left) and his uncle Rueben "Hurricane" Ofman (right), won the 5th Annual Maryville Golf Academy Fundraiser at Glencoe Golf Club, on Friday, June 15, 2018.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)


18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace

Entering into Garden Three; An English Masterpiece" during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)





Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arched tunnels, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)



Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arched tunnels, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Folks walk around the pool parterre and formal garden, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)



Garden Vignettes around the pool parterre, "Butterflies in Bloom", by Melinda Hartz McElroy, billet-doux couture stationary & invitations of Barrignton (table decor), during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arched tunnels, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arched tunnels, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arched tunnels, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)




Beautiful assortment of colors and flowers in Garden Three, An English Masterpiece, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)


Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arched tunnels, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)
















Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arches, fountains, and gardens, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arches, fountains, and gardens, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Garden Three: An English Masterpiece, following a brick path through gates and arches, fountains, and gardens, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)


The 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

The 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

The 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

The 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

The 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

The main house, of Garden Three, An English Masterpiece, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)


Beautiful paths bring you into the magicalness of these enchanting gardens, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Beautiful paths bring you into the magicalness of these enchanting gardens, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)


Beautiful assortment of colors and flowers in Garden Three, An English Masterpiece, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)

Garden Vignettes: "Gardeners' Magical Workshop", by Michelle D'Archy, Horticulturalist Associates, Inc, Gurnee, during the 18th Annual Garden Fair and Marketplace Benefit for Hands of Hope, on Friday, June 15, 2018 in Barrington.  (Mark Ukena/Pioneer Press)